Lauryl pyrrolidine (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

1-dodecyl; 2-pyrrolidinones; CAS number: 2687-96-9

Definition
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"Lauryl" refers to lauryl alcohol (1-dodecanol) as the alcoholic component. Lauryl pyrrolidine is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance) and cleans the body surface. Furthermore, Lauryl pyrrolidine acts as a hair conditioning agent (makes the hair easy to comb, smooth, soft and shiny and gives it volume).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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